Hyde Redesigns Drywall Tape Knives
As long as there has been drywall, there have been drywall tools from HYDE, one of the most respected brands in the paint and drywall trades. And now, based on research with users, Hyde Tools has redesigned its full line of taping knives to deliver the right quality and price for every type of job and every type of user.
With a full offering of four taping knife lines, Hyde Tools now provides a large selection of options to match the job at hand and the users’ individual preferences. The offering includes three new, patented taping knife lines – Pro Stainless, Pro Hardwood and Pro Project tools – plus existing line of Value Series taping knives. These tools range in size from 8 to 14 inches and have been designed to meet user needs and expectations as documented through user feedback sessions. The tools also have been field-tested.
The high-end of this newly re-engineered series is a Pro Stainless line of taping knives featuring eight new tools with a flexible, tapered stainless steel blade and premium soft-grip handle. Rivet-free construction means the blade will never loosen with use. It also makes cleanup easier, since compound will not build up around rivets. The taping knife backings are non-rust aluminum, with options for a flexible and lightweight folded-aluminum style or a stiff extruded backing. Also included: a Hammer Head end for resetting popped nails and screws – a popular feature with professionals.
Since hardwood handles are a preferred option for some professionals, Hyde also has introduced a high-end Pro Hardwood line of taping knives with a patented new hardwood handle design that is smooth for comfort and easy cleanup. The 16 tools in this line have flexible, tapered blades, with a choice of blue steel or non-rust stainless. They are available with non-rust, flexible aluminum or stiff extruded backings.
For more occasional users, a Pro Project line offers eight tools with a flexible, tapered blue steel blade and a user-preferred, patented soft grip handle. Here too, rivet-free construction provides a securely fastened blade and makes cleanup fast and easy. Options in this line also include non-rust flexible aluminum or stiff extruded backings.
Hyde’s full series includes an existing line of eight tools that are 23% lighter than conventional taping knives. The Value Series tools offers the option of blue steel and stainless steel blades with a non-rust, folded aluminum backing. The contoured handle is riveted to the blade for extra strength.
For more information, visit the web site, contact your Hyde Tools sales representative, email custrelations@hydetools.com or call (800) 872-4933.